I love a good Advent calendar, especially when it gives me an excuse to try a bunch of skincare products without committing to buying every single one in full size. And if you're a guy who's been meaning to step up his grooming routine, or you're romantically involved with one who could use a little encouragement in that department, Kiehl's has a pretty great way to get started. The brand is bringing back its 24 Days of Joy Advent Calendar for 2026, and it's filled with some of its most popular skincare, haircare, and body care products. Honestly, I wouldn't mind finding this under my Christmas tree (but I am already a fan of this brand).
Inside, you'll find 24 surprises, including three full-size products, three travel-size products, and 18 minis. Plenty of familiar favorites include the Ultra Facial Cream with Squalane, Powerful-Strength Vitamin C Serum, and Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado. You'll also find the Retinol Skin-Renewing Daily Micro-Dose Serum, worth checking out if you're curious about adding retinol to your routine, along with the Rare Earth Clay Mask for guys with oily skin and clogged pores. The best part? You get $319 worth of products for just $150, a pretty sweet deal considering how quickly a skincare haul can add up.
And it's not all face products, either. It includes the Ultimate Strength Hand Salve for dry winter hands, Amino Acid Shampoo and Conditioner, and even a sample of the brand's Original Musk fragrance. The festive packaging, designed by artist Jordan Robertson, is also pretty cool, making this a solid gift for the skincare-obsessed guy in your life, or the one who could use a little encouragement to finally start a routine. No judgment either way.
SHOP THE KIEHL’S DAYS OF JOY 2026 ADVENT CALENDAR
Josiah Soto is a commerce editor and writer at Hearst Magazines, where he covers skincare, grooming, beauty, and style for Men’s Health, Prevention, and BestProducts.com. With a particular passion for skincare and the ingredients behind his favorite products, he keeps readers up to date on the latest beauty launches, grooming essentials, and fashion trends worth knowing about. He also contributes to Runner’s World and Popular Mechanics, covering everything from emerging style trends to running gear and lifestyle products. In another life, Josiah was an editor at ThePioneerWoman.com.